Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ERG is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to support the full lifecycle of contracts—from proposal development through administration and closeout. In this role, you will serve as a key advisor to both clients and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance, manage risk, and drive successful contract execution.
Responsibilities
- Administer federal, state, and/or local contracts across the full lifecycle, including proposal preparation, negotiation, administration, and closeout
- Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams (technical, business development, subcontracts, and accounting) to deliver comprehensive contract support
- Advise senior management on contractual risk, compliance matters, and contract strategy
- Partner with technical and business leads to drive compliant, competitive proposals
- Conduct contracts-related research and analysis and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of contract department policies, procedures, and best practices
- Support training and development initiatives within the Contracts Department
- Directly prepare, analyze, and negotiate cost and pricing proposals, including profitability analyses and risk assessments
- Implement and uphold procurement policies, procedures, and best practices
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior contract professionals, supporting their development and knowledge of contracting best practices
- Support contract closeout activities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of outstanding items
Skills
- Bachelor's degree required
- Minimum of 12 years of contract administration experience supporting federal, state, and/or local government contracts
- Demonstrated expertise in proposal pricing, contract negotiation, and problem solving
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe
- Solid understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and contract types, including CPFF, T&M, FFP
- Excellent communication, organizational, and proactive problem-solving skills
- Experience as a federal government prime contractor in professional services
- Experience with GSA Multiple Award Schedules, U.S. EPA, and/or DoD contracting
- Experience with other federal agencies
- Experience with Deltek Costpoint ERP
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements—including remote and hybrid options
- Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career advancement
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